Be sure to remove your existing drive from your laptop as each model in a series may be configured differently and use different parts. Our compatible model list is just a reference and you may find your model differs.

This dvd drive uses a SATA interface and cannot be interchanged with an IDE interfaced drive

If your HP laptop model matches our model list then the make and model of the dvd drive is not important

The rear mounting bracket is included unless specifically noted in the description